An American Girl: McKenna Shoots for the Stars

July. 14,2012      
Rating:
5.7
Trailer Synopsis Cast

A young girl struggles to maintain her school grades while competing as a gymnast.

Jade Pettyjohn as  McKenna Brooks
Kerris Dorsey as  Josie
Ysa Penarejo as  Toulane Thomas
Nia Vardalos as  Mrs. Brooks
Ian Ziering as  Mr. Brooks
Cathy Rigby as  Isabelle Manning
Talia Pura as  Grandma
Paula Rivera as  Mrs. Thomas
Kadence Kendall Roach as  Maisey Brooks
Abbey Thickson as  Impatient Tutor

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